Description
Zucchini and Feta Fritters are a delightful combination of crispy and tender textures, enhanced by the salty tang of feta cheese. Perfect for a light lunch, side dish, or appetizer, they turn humble zucchini into a star dish that's simple to prepare and adaptable to various tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
2 medium zucchini
1 teaspoon salt
1 large egg
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
2–3 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
Instructions
- Grate the zucchini and sprinkle with salt. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes to draw out moisture
- Squeeze out excess moisture from the grated zucchini
- In a bowl, mix the squeezed zucchini with egg, flour, feta, parsley, garlic, pepper, and red pepper flakes
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat
- Form fritters from the mixture and fry until golden brown on both sides
- Transfer fritters to paper towels to drain excess oil and serve hot
Notes
Ensure to squeeze out as much moisture from the zucchini as possible for crispy fritters.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 150-180 kcal
- Sugar: 2-3 g
- Sodium: 350-450 mg
- Fat: 8-10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3-4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: 12-15 g
- Fiber: 2-3 g
- Protein: 6-8 g
- Cholesterol: 30-40 mg